The dark underside of the NSW blueberry industry
Investigative journalist and NSW state correspondent Anne Davies speaks to Nour Haydar about growing concerns over treatment of workers and the use of pesticides in the intensive farming of the fruit
October 14, 202516m 7s
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Show Notes
The Australian blueberry industry has experienced rapid and unprecedented expansion in recent years. And while the increase in production means cheaper prices and more choice at the checkout, there is a dark side to the industry unseen to shoppers. Investigative journalist and Guardian Australia NSW state correspondent Anne Davies speaks to Nour Haydar about growing concerns over treatment of workers, and the use of pesticides in the intensive farming of the fruit
Topics
Rural and regional AustraliaAustralia newsFruitFarmingAgricultureAustralian food and drink